Wipro has a 5,000 square feet gym where it also offers yoga and aerobics.
Companies are now willing to invest heavily in making the work atmosphere employee-friendly. Gyms and recreational facilities have become mainstays in IT premises. "We felt the need to create an environment that will foster team spirit, learning, intellectual discussions as well as relaxation and fun," said an Infosys spokesperson.Recreation facilities at Infosys include world-class gymnasiums, swimming pools, aerobics, yoga and meditation, billiards, snooker and pool, volleyball, basketball, tennis, table tennis and squash.
Wipro too paints a similar picture. In Hyderabad, Wipro has tied up with fitness club Latitudes Pro, which offers a customised programme for software professionals. Wipro has a 5,000 square feet gym where it also offers yoga and aerobics. "The investment in just the equipment is huge," said Wipro facilities manager Major Dinesh Sharma.On an average, about 20% to 25% of the employees use these facilities on a fairly regular basis, says Infosys. Interestingly, women are not averse to using facilities like gyms and swimming pools.
